This isn't a sure fire fix it, but rather a problematic area to check if you have water collecting in the hatch around the spare tire or rear floor board, after the car is rained on.
I suggest you read the articles that relate to removing the rear panel that covers the tail lights, as this will give you limited access to the two drain tubes on each side of the car. You do not need to remove the body panel that is attached to the side, but it was done so previously in this car and aids in visual perspective.
So what are these drain tubes and what goes wrong?
The sun roof has four drain tubes, according to the Helms; one venting to each corner of the cabin. I've yet to see the front tubes, but I'm sure they are there and don't seem to pose a problem, like the rear. The idea behind these tubes is they drain water away from the sun roof's slide and the tubes connect to a 90 degree flexible elbow, which directs flow to outside the cabin. The tubes easily slide out of the elbow, which can cause water to collect inside the rear cabin.
You'll need to reach inside and place the tube back into the elbow. Very, very easy to do. You could also ensure it doesn't happen again, by securing the hose connection with zip-ties or even duct tape.
If you find the hoses are connected to the elbows, you might want to source the hatch's gasket.
Also check this article for other sources of water.
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Posted 12/31/2002 2:03:53 PM
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